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June Foray

June Foray

Born:18 settembre 1917

Place of Birth:Springfield, Massachusetts, USA

Died:26 luglio 2017

Known For:Acting

Biography

June Foray, known as the "First Lady of Voice Acting," left an indelible mark on the world of animation with her iconic character portrayals. Born June Lucille Forer in 1917, she brought to life a multitude of beloved characters that have stood the test of time. From the fearless Rocky the Flying Squirrel to the scheming Natasha Fatale, Foray's vocal talents knew no bounds.

Beyond her work in animated series and films, Foray's career spanned across various mediums, showcasing her versatility and unmatched skill. Her collaborations with renowned figures like Friz Freleng and Stan Freberg solidified her status as a legend in the industry. Foray's contribution to the world of animation extended beyond her performances, as she played a pivotal role in the establishment of prestigious awards such as the Annie Awards and the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

Renowned animator Chuck Jones once aptly remarked that Foray was not just the female counterpart to Mel Blanc, but a trailblazer in her own right. Her ability to breathe life into characters with distinct voices and personalities set a standard for generations of voice actors to come. Despite facing health challenges in her later years following an unfortunate accident, Foray's passion for her craft never wavered.

June Foray's legacy lives on through the timeless characters she portrayed, each imbued with her unique flair and talent. Her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame stands as a testament to her remarkable contributions to the world of entertainment. As fans continue to enjoy her work in animated classics, Foray's influence remains palpable, reminding us of the extraordinary talent and dedication she brought to every role she undertook.

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Filmografia

Recitazione

Mulan

Mulan

Grandmother Fa (voice)

1998

To save her father from certain death in the army, a young woman secretly enlists in his place and becomes one of China's greatest heroines in the process.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Animals (voice) (uncredited)

1938

A beautiful girl, Snow White, takes refuge in the forest in the house of seven dwarfs to hide from her stepmother, the wicked Queen. The Queen is jealous because she wants to be known as "the fairest in the land," and Snow White's beauty surpasses her own.
Cinderella

Cinderella

Lucifer (voice)

1950

Cinderella has faith her dreams of a better life will come true. With help from her loyal mice friends and a wave of her Fairy Godmother's wand, Cinderella's rags are magically turned into a glorious gown and off she goes to the Royal Ball. But when the clock strikes midnight, the spell is broken, leaving a single glass slipper... the only key to the ultimate fairy-tale ending!
Tom & Jerry

Tom & Jerry

Tom / Jerry (archive sounds) (uncredited)

2021

Tom the cat and Jerry the mouse get kicked out of their home and relocate to a fancy New York hotel, where a scrappy employee named Kayla will lose her job if she can’t evict Jerry before a high-class wedding at the hotel. Her solution? Hiring Tom to get rid of the pesky mouse.
Who Framed Roger Rabbit

Who Framed Roger Rabbit

Wheezy / Lena Hyena (voice)

1988

'Toon star Roger is worried that his wife Jessica is playing pattycake with someone else, so the studio hires detective Eddie Valiant to snoop on her. But the stakes are quickly raised when Marvin Acme is found dead and Roger is the prime suspect.
Peter Pan

Peter Pan

Mermaid / Squaw (voice) (uncredited)

1953

Leaving the safety of their nursery behind, Wendy, Michael and John follow Peter Pan to a magical world where childhood lasts forever. But while in Neverland, the kids must face Captain Hook and foil his attempts to get rid of Peter for good.
The Aristocats

The Aristocats

Cat Screeches (uncredited)

1970

When Madame Adelaide Bonfamille leaves her fortune to Duchess and her children—Bonfamille’s beloved family of cats—the butler plots to steal the money and kidnaps the legatees, leaving them out on a country road. All seems lost until the wily Thomas O’Malley Cat and his jazz-playing alley cats come to the aristocats’ rescue.
Mulan II

Mulan II

Grandmother Fa (voice)

2004

Fa Mulan gets the surprise of her young life when her love, Captain Li Shang asks for her hand in marriage. Before the two can have their happily ever after, the Emperor assigns them a secret mission, to escort three princesses to Chang'an, China. Mushu is determined to drive a wedge between the couple after he learns that he will lose his guardian job if Mulan marries into the Li family.
Space Jam

Space Jam

Granny (voice)

1996

With their freedom on the line, the Looney Tunes seek the help of NBA superstar Michael Jordan to win a basketball game against a team of moronic aliens.
Thumbelina

Thumbelina

Queen Tabitha (voice)

1994

Born of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet someone her own size, until she happens to catch the eye of Prince Cornelius of the Fairies. Just as soon as she finds love, however, it's torn away from her when she is kidnapped by Ms. Toad. Now Thumbelina has to escape Ms. Toad's grasp and search for Prince Cornelius. Luckily, there's a whole city of animals willing to help her.
Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland

Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland

Librarian (voice)

1989

A little boy whose dreams transcend reality is sucked into his own fantasy, which is everything he has dreamed of, until he unleashes an old secret that may not only destroy this perfect dream world but reality itself.
Looney Tunes: Back in Action

Looney Tunes: Back in Action

Granny (voice)

2003

Fed up with all the attention going to Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck quits Hollywood, teams up with recently-fired stuntman Damien Drake Jr. and embarks on a round-the-world adventure, along with Bugs and The VP of Warner Bros. Their mission? Find Damien's father, and the missing blue diamond... and stay one step ahead of The Acme Corp., who wants the diamond for their own purposes.
DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp

DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp

Mrs. Featherby (voice)

1990

With his nephews and niece, everyone's favorite rich uncle, Scrooge McDuck, treks from his mansion home in Duckburg in search of the long-lost loot of the thief Collie Baba. But finding the goods isn't quite what it's "quacked" up to be! Their thrilling adventure leads to comical chaos, magical mayhem, and a lesson about what is far more valuable than money, gold and jewels.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Cindy Lou Who (voice) (uncredited)

1966

Bitter and hateful, the Grinch is irritated at the thought of a nearby village having a happy time celebrating Christmas. Disguised as Santa Claus, with his dog made to look like a reindeer, he decides to raid the village to steal all the Christmas things.
Bah, Humduck!: A Looney Tunes Christmas

Bah, Humduck!: A Looney Tunes Christmas

Granny (voice)

2006

In this adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Daffy Duck is the greedy proprietor of the Lucky Duck Mega-Mart and all he can think about is the money to be made during the holiday season.
It's Always Fair Weather

It's Always Fair Weather

Little Miss Mop-Up (voice) (uncredited)

1955

Three World War II buddies promise to meet at a specified place and time 10 years after the war. They keep their word only to discover how far apart they've grown. But the reunion sparks memories of youthful dreams that haven't been fulfilled -- and slowly, the three men reevaluate their lives and try to find a way to renew their friendship.
Frosty the Snowman

Frosty the Snowman

Teacher / Karen / Additional Voices (voice)

1969

A discarded silk top-hat becomes the focus of a struggle between a washed-up stage magician and a group of schoolchildren, after it magically brings a snowman to life. Realizing that newly-living Frosty will melt in spring unless he takes refuge in a colder climate, Frosty and Karen, a young girl who he befriends, stow away on a freight train headed for the north pole. Little do they know that the magician is following them, and he wants his hat back!

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